Genre-Targeted Production Style Consultation
Your next release deserves to feel undeniable in its lane. Our Genre-Targeted Production Style Consultation helps you align writing, tones, edits, dynamics, and loudness choices to the expectations of
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Your next release deserves to feel undeniable in its lane. Our Genre-Targeted Production Style Consultation helps you align writing, tones, edits, dynamics, and loudness choices to the expectations of your target scene without losing your identity.
We translate genre conventions into a practical plan you can act on immediately. Working from your demos and references, we define what makes your niche tick. You get clear guidance on drum aesthetics, guitar voicing, bass role, vocal treatment, FX motifs, transitions, and mix translation targets that hold up on playlists, radio, and live rigs.
Production style strategy by genre
Every micro decision signals a scene. Kick size and envelope. Snare length and dirt. Guitar gain structure and mid contour. Bass distortion versus sub weight. Top end shape and de-essing behavior on vocals. We map these choices to the artists you want to sit beside, so your song reads as authentic before the first chorus lands.
What you will take away
- Reference deconstruction. Specific notes on arrangement, tones, and sonics that create the feel of your chosen lane.
- Actionable tone direction. Guitar and bass tone targets, drum palette guidance, and FX choices that support your hooks and breakdowns.
- Editing doctrine. Where to be surgical and where to keep human movement to preserve energy and impact.
- Mix translation targets. Headroom, density, and frequency balance goals that survive cars, phones, and small speakers.
- Written action plan. A concise document that summarizes priorities, experiments to run next, and suggested next steps.
Who this is for
- Bands and artists in heavy metal, hardcore, pop punk, rock, pop, or electro seeking a competitive, credible sound.
- Writers and producers who want a second set of trained ears to pressure test a direction before committing budget.
- Labels and managers who need stylistic alignment across singles and EPs.
How the consultation works
- Discovery. You share goals, scene references, and rough demos or stems.
- Analysis. We pinpoint the core elements that define your target style and where your material can signal that identity more clearly.
- Recommendations. You receive focused guidance on arrangement, tone, editing, and mix targets.
- Action plan. We provide a written summary so your team can execute in the DAW or rehearsal room.
Why work with Pash
Pash Stratton operates from The Clubhouse in Bournemouth, UK and specializes in heavy and crossover styles. Credits span independent artists and major brands including Netflix, Universal Music Group, Sumerian Records, and BBC Introducing. Browse sessions and articles on the studio site for a feel of the quality bar and approach.
Suggested next steps and related services
Lock in the strategy, then move efficiently into production with services built to execute the plan end to end.
- Pre Production Demos to validate arrangement and tempo choices before tracking.
- Reference Track and Tone Matching to dial tones that sit with your scene.
- Drum Editing, Guitar Editing, Vocal Editing to achieve the right tightness for your style.
- Mixing and Mastering for finish that translates on playlists and live rigs.
- Genre focused options like Metal Mixing and Mastering, Post Hardcore Mixing and Mastering, and Pop Punk Mixing and Mastering if relevant to your release.
What to send before the session
- Up to three scene accurate references that represent your target lane.
- A current demo or bounce that shows your intended arrangement and tones.
- Any notes on goals, deadlines, and non negotiables.
FAQs
What is a Genre-Targeted Production Style Consultation?
It is a focused session that maps your creative goals to the conventions of your target scene. You receive practical guidance on arrangement, tones, editing, and mix targets plus a written action plan.
Do you listen to references and my demos in advance?
Yes. References and a current demo help us pinpoint what creates authenticity in your lane and where small changes can deliver a big impact on feel and translation.
Is this only for heavy styles?
No. While the studio specializes in heavy metal, hardcore, and pop punk, the same method applies to rock, pop, and electro. The goal is credible results in your chosen lane.
Will you mix or master our track during the consultation?
The session focuses on direction. If you want us to execute the plan, book Mixing and Mastering as follow ups.
Do we get a written summary after the call?
Yes. You receive a concise action plan that captures priorities, tone notes, editing guidance, and mix targets so your team can implement next steps with confidence.
Can we combine this with other services?
Absolutely. Many artists pair this with Pre Production Demos, Reference Track and Tone Matching, and then move into Mixing and Mastering for a seamless path to release.
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